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Severus ignored the huffing sounds from his former Master and then a broad smile spread across his sallow painted face. "I suppose this has proven my theory correct."
Albus blinked bemused by the abrupt change. "What theory, dear boy?"
"That the Sorting Hat has become senile. Lady Hermione clearly does not fit Gryffindor ideals. A True Gryffindor would never be a suitable match for The Slytherin."
"And sadly I must agree with Severus."
Both paintings turned to look down the narrow balcony running along the upper level of the Great Hall. The Headmistress of Hogwarts was walking towards them dressed in expensive formal robes. Then she stood before the painting, glaring at Albus, smiling more warmly at Severus.
"There have been plenty of snakes hiding in lion skins and raven feathers. It would have been the smart thing back then, to blend in and avoid the negative reputation following Slytherin alumni." She gave Albus a pointed look. He refused to acknowledge it. She turned to Severus. "Harry Potter was also first considered for Slytherin, but he had met Mr Malfoy and wished to have nothing to do with him. And I did speak to the Sorting Hat who also confirmed Hermione had been a strong candidate for all four houses, especially Slytherin."
Severus looked pained. "It was for the best, considering the past political climate."
Minerva shrugged. "True. But it is my hope that in the future it will be possible for Muggleborns to be openly sorted into Slytherin."
A small smile tugged at the corners of the former Potions Master. "Here here," he said raising a non-existent glass in a mock toast.
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